It is hard to believe that February is coming to an end, and that Spring season is just around the corner. If you are anything like me, I have started to make, and review, my “Spring Project List”. Some of the projects on the list I may do myself….and some of the projects I may [...]
Posts Tagged ‘Landscaping’
11 Feb
Crabgrass is Ready for a Comeback
Healthy Lawns have less of this Bothersome Weed It’s a fact: No lawn is completely immune to crabgrass. Thankfully, there are steps that can be taken this spring- throughout the growing season ahead- to keep it under control. AN UNFAIR ADVANTAGE Just one mature crabgrass plant can produce thousands of seeds, which are able to [...]
5 Feb
Early-Spring Essentials: Get a Jump on the Season-Ahead
Lately we’ve had a nice taste of spring, the sun is shinning and temperatures are slowly climbing! Now is the perfect time to prepare your landscape for the season to come with some housekeeping for your landscape! Pruning: Many structural problems in ornamentals can be corrected right now, before plants leaf out, with corrective pruning. [...]
20 Jan
For Landscape Improvements with No Surprises, Plan Carefully!
Landscape improvements can make a tremendous difference in the looks, usefulness and value of your home. There’s no time like the present to start thinking about new projects! IT ALL STARTS WITH A PLAN Landscapes consist of several different parts, such as walkways, hedges, trees, flower beds and patios. A good improvement plan will take [...]
3 Dec
Things to Do for Winter Prep
It’s finally December and winter is just about here! Before its starts to snow, there are a couple of preparations that need to be done. First make sure that your garden hoses are drained of water and stored away. By doing this you prevent your garden hose from splitting. You see when water freezes it [...]
29 Oct
Have You Heard About Hostas?
The plants that keeps on giving If you have hostas in your landscape, you already know how well they work as perennial bedding plants. With beautiful foliage and flowers, hostas are perfect for groundcovers or backdrops in shady areas. Even better, they’re durable, easy to maintain, and can be divided in the fall to create [...]
21 Oct
Change is in the Air
There’s no doubt about it…fall is here! leaves are changing color, temperatures are cooler and we’re all spending more time indoors now that the summer season is behind us! Looking back over the past year, how satisfied were you with your outdoor living space? In terms of both looks and functionality, are there any changes [...]
6 Aug
Deep Root Fertilization
What is deep root fertilization? :It is a process where fertilizer is injected to the soil surrounding your trees and shrubs to provide them with a balanced blend of nutrients and minerals that they need.Why should I use deep root fertilization for my trees and shrubs? : Deep root fertilization supplies the necessary nutrients that [...]
30 Jun
Quick Tips for Summer Tree and Shrub Care
To keep your trees and shrubs looking and growing their best this summer, proper care and maintenance are essential. Each of them can benefit from the following: SUPPLEMENTAL WATERING In the absence of rainfall, you should provide your trees and shrubs with a long, deep soaking once per week (or whenever allowed if watering restrictions [...]
23 Jun
The Do’s and Don’ts of Summer Lawn Care
Well yesterday was the first day of summer and it sure feels like it! Without a doubt temperatures have been very high so it’s important to take extra good care of your lawn. With a little extra love it ill be sure to thrive and be healthy and green! Don’t over Fertilize: Like all things, [...]
